MAPPING SOFTWARES

Question 1

types of mapping softwares

Answer 1

os locates

igeology

fieldmove

digimaps

fieldmove cino

Question 2

os locates

Answer 2

uses smartphone gps to provide location as an ordnance survey grid reference

Question 3

igeology

Answer 3

app containing geological maps of britain

Question 4

fieldmove

Answer 4

digital field mapping application for smartphone and tablet

produced by petroleum experts

Question 5

digimaps

Answer 5

provide access to variety of digitals maps such as historical view

Question 6

fieldmove cino

Answer 6

provide digital compass-clinometer for measuring/recording orientation of planar/linear features in field

allows capturing and storage of text notes and photographs linked to particular location

all this allows creation of a geology map whilst in the field

Question 7

how to use fieldmove cino

Answer 7

1) mark location on mpa using grid ref obtained from os locate app. makr location as a point and write number, 001, next to it in small letters
2) put rock type abbreviations next to location (e.g sst)
3) mark dip/strike for bedding and joints on map usign correct symbols and with the symbol at the correct orientation